Before my election began, I wrote down three cardinal rules for myself. I knew this election would be challenging and would really test my limits. I had to find a way to keep myself grounded and focused. God is always in control. I’m a firm believer that my life is in God’s hands. Whether I…

When did you first realize that your parents are also human? Before I came to Manchester to study, there was a day that my Dad left the house to organize drinks for my leaving party. After a couple of hours I began to worry. So I went to my Mom’s room to seek comfort, as you…

My mom never let me perm my hair. I remember begging my mom for the longest time but she was resolute- none of her three daughters would have relaxer in their hair. She had (and still does have) deep admiration for natural hair and how it grew on our heads- striking and glorious. Whenever I…

“So, when will you get a boyfriend??” My sister, best friend, and cousin all ask the same innocent question. I’ve heard it so many times I ask myself, when will I get a boyfriend?? It really would be the best time for me to be in a relationship, I’ve been told. I’m working; finished with…

It’s no secret that our generation is hungrier than it’s ever been. Everyone is on their #workflow and taking #nodaysoff. We’ve glamourized and glorified overworking at the dangerous expense of self-care. For many of us, myself included, overworking begins in university. With strict deadlines, late nights and copious amounts of coffee, overworking is an unspoken…

There’s nothing that quite compares to watching a captivating, thought-provoking TED talk. For today’s #faves post, I’ve compiled a list of my most favourite episodes. Brene Brown’s vulnerability I watched this TED talk on recommendation from a good friend of mine. She knew I needed to watch it at that point in my life because…

Last week my Mom and I were driving down from my auntie’s place when a conversation about forgiveness came up. We came to a unanimous opinion- many people think forgiving someone means leaving an issue unresolved, when in fact resolution is necessary for forgiveness. I witnessed a very interesting situation early this month where a…

Happy 2015! I trust you are all well and hope you had a lovely Christmas break. I must say, I’m still on holiday! For the past couple of years, my December has been marked by endless, stifling revision. This one has been different. As I am now part of the workforce, I’ve had the opportunity…

Can’t believe how quick this year has flown by! It feels monotonous to always say the same thing at the end of every year but where does the time go? I’ve had a great 2014. Although I can’t quite capture some of the high highs and low lows, here are some of my special 2014…

For the past couple of months I’ve been asking myself a question- what determines who we fight for? I’ve reflected and reflected and reflected some more. Last week, on my flight home, I came across a very interesting revelation about character that links well with the above question. We form friendships and relationships with people…